Purpose

Journal Marine Inside (EJMI) safeguards the accuracy and trustworthiness of the scientific record by addressing important errors and concerns in published articles. The journal considers corrections, expressions of concern, and retractions in accordance with applicable COPE guidance and the nature of the available evidence.

Corrections

A correction (or erratum) is considered when a published error is material but the principal results and conclusions remain reliable. The notice should describe the error and amendment transparently, identify the affected article, and link to the version of record. Routine typographical changes that do not affect interpretation may be handled transparently in an appropriate manner.

Expressions of Concern

An expression of concern may be issued when credible questions about the integrity or reliability of a published article remain unresolved and readers should be alerted while an investigation proceeds.

Retractions

A retraction may be appropriate where findings are unreliable owing to major error, fabrication or falsification; serious plagiarism or redundant publication; compromised peer review; publication without required authorization; or other circumstances that fundamentally undermine the article's reliability or legality. Retraction does not automatically establish deliberate misconduct.

Procedure and Record

The editorial office assesses concerns, obtains relevant evidence, gives the affected authors a reasonable opportunity to respond, and may consult independent experts or relevant institutions. Decisions are made by editors without conflicts of interest.

Formal notices identify the original article and its DOI, explain the reason proportionately, state who is issuing the notice, and remain freely accessible. The article remains discoverable with a clear retraction or correction marking, unless exceptional legal or safety grounds require limited removal. Where relevant, the journal updates OJS and DOI registration metadata and links the notice bidirectionally with the original record.

Concerns may be submitted to p3m@poltekpel-banten.ac.id. Related requirements are described in the Publication Ethics Policy.